2007 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2007 BMW X5 and 2007 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (312 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X5 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 129 L |